54% of Mexican women aged 50 and older have not had a mammogram

The gap in early detection of breast cancer in Mexico reveals a serious inequality in access to healthcare, with more than half of women over the age of 50 not undergoing mammograms within the recommended timeframes. This situation, exacerbated by significant delays in initiating treatment and diagnoses at advanced stages, underscores the urgency of integrating accurate population data to design effective public policies that reduce mortality and improve coverage in marginalized areas. The relevance of these data to the open data movement lies in the need for transparency and cross-sectoral analysis of health information. The existence of scattered indicators, such as those from INEGI and health programs, highlights the lack of an integrated data ecosystem that would allow for correlating socioeconomic, geographic, and clinical factors. The availability and openness of these data would enable a more rigorous identification of structural barriers and adjustment of screening strategies to reach vulnerable and younger populations. The government has responded with a universal care model aimed at standardizing criteria and expanding infrastructure, promising to reduce waiting times and standardize care regardless of health system affiliation. However, the success of these initiatives crucially depends on the ability to monitor and openly share implementation results. Only through continuous access to updated information on coverage, biopsy outcomes, and care times can we evaluate whether investment in equipment truly translates into equitable and timely access for all women.

Source: razon.com.mx
Published on 2026-10-18

54% of Mexican women aged 50 and older have not had a mammogram

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